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                    Key Account Manager
                    (Key Account Manager)
                
                
                    
                    
                        
                        
                             
                                Overview
                        
                        
                            
                                Reference 
                            
                                Key Account Manager 
                        
                            
                                Salary 
                            
                                ZAR/month 
                        
                            
                                Job Location 
                            
                                - South Africa -- Kwazulu-Natal -- Durban
                            
                         
                        
                            
                                Job Type 
                            
                                Permanent 
                        
                            
                                Posted 
                            
                                09 December 2024 
                        
                     
                    
                 
                
                    
                    
                    
                    
                         Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Key Account Manager to manage and nurture relationships with key clients and support market growth efforts. 
Responsibilities:
- Client Relationship Management:
 
- Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with new and existing clients.
 
- Understand client needs, objectives, and challenges.
 
- Ensure accurate documentation, pricing, and stock information is provided to clients.
 
- Facilitate timely provision of shipping and clearing documentation.
 
- Assist with managing client credit limits and debtor accounts.
 
- Order Management:
 
- Collaborate with the team leader to ensure efficient order processing.
 
- Monitor labelling and special requirements for various orders.
 
- Escalate significant issues to the Business Development Manager (BDM) as needed.
 
- Reporting and Brand Development:
 
- Assist the BDM in creating supplier reports and providing market feedback.
 
- Support brand development efforts to identify sales opportunities and increase revenue.
 
- Monitor brand performance and recommend adjustments to achieve objectives.
 
- Contract and Negotiation:
 
- Ensure shipping and payment terms are mutually beneficial.
 
- Manage pricing, discounts, and service level agreements.
 
- Administration:
 
- Handle diverse, fast-paced tasks with extreme attention to detail.
 
- Perform strategic administrative duties and filter tasks effectively.
 
- Problem-Solving and Conflict Resolution:
 
- Address and resolve client concerns promptly.
 
- Develop preventive strategies to mitigate future issues.
 
- Market and Industry Research:
 
- Stay informed on industry trends and competitive landscapes.
 
- Provide clients with relevant insights and solutions based on market knowledge.
 
- Sales and Revenue Targets:
 
- Support the BDM in achieving sales and budget targets for assigned markets.
 
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs).
 
 
Key Skills:
- Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
 
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
 
- Excellent organizational skills with extreme attention to detail.
 
- Quick decision-making and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
 
- Proficiency in administrative and technological tools.
 
- Relationship-building and customer-focused mindset.
 
- Self-motivated and goal-driven with a resilient approach.
 
- Innovative, strategic thinker with a solution-oriented attitude.
 
- Proven experience in key account management or a similar role.
 
- Strong understanding of company products, services, and industry dynamics.
 
- Results-oriented with a history of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
 
 
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field.
 
 
                    
                 
                
                
                
                    
                 
                
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